‘Parents overawed with success of IPL’: Former India captain urges young players to target playing Test cricket | Cricket News – Times of India
NEW DELHI: Former India captain and chief selector Dilip Vengsarkar emphasized the importance of aspiring youngsters setting their sights on playing and excelling in Test cricket. According to him, achieving success in the traditional format brings genuine honour to players.Vengsarkar pointed out that in today's times, parents might be tempted by the fame and financial rewards associated with success in T20 leagues.However, he stressed that the primary focus of young players should remain on excelling in red-ball cricket. Mastering this format not only brings true recognition but also lays a solid foundation for success in other formats of the game."Parents are overawed with the success of IPL, its teams and players," Vengsarkar said in Mumbai at an event to launch cricket coach Jwala S...